What can i do to take his weight off and keep him healthy?
2007-02-14 08:06:15 · 12 answers · asked by emely o 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Well as a wise man once told me "If your dog is fat Your not getting enough excersise.
2007-02-14 08:11:49 · answer #1 · answered by stacy g 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is completely normal. Depending on the breed of dog and type of food he is consuming. If you have food readily available at all times stop. A dog does not need food available all day everyday. Now that he is fixed he will be a lot lazier (like most men). Also if he is mainly an inside dog you could try talking him for walks more often. There are also some foods (though more expensive) that can help with the weight loss. Other then Science Diet I'm not exactly certain which other brands.
2007-02-14 16:13:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
To be honest- all animals tend to get a little chubby after they've been fixed. Its happened to the dogs I have had in the past. An extra pound or two won't hurt. But then again its dependent on the breed. Try feeding your dog a light version of whatever dog food he's eating now.
Playing with him a little more will help with the exercise (but don't overdo it!!) You can also confirm with your vet if the weight gain is a problem.
2007-02-14 16:16:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Neutering had nothing to do with him getting fat..too many calories did that. Get him on a good quality food with no corn, wheat, soy or beet pulp.Feed him less calories and less treats. Make sure he gets proper exercise.
2007-02-14 20:16:42 · answer #4 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the same thing happened to me you need to go take him on walks
in the morning for 20 or 30 minutes what ever suits you before he eats breakfast then in the night before dinner and gets some IAMs
thats the better wieght food for a dog and he\she should be
losing wieght and feeling helthier and happyier
2007-02-14 16:23:07 · answer #5 · answered by never_fight_alone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he is getting really fat, ask your vet. There are some really good prescription dog foods that will allow him to lose some weight. He doesn't prepare his own meals though, so it is on you if he is getting pudgy. Less food, more exercise! Great combo.
2007-02-14 16:12:07 · answer #6 · answered by Bev 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dogs get fat from overeating and no exercise.
20 minutes a day you walk him, and just feed him less or get that food for overweight dogs from IAMs or Purina.
2007-02-14 16:09:55 · answer #7 · answered by Tapestry6 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Put him on a dietary supplement food, exersize with him daily , if you do this for a month or two you really notice a big change,PURINA food chow has good diet foods,go to your local store and try some dog chow.
2007-02-14 16:36:50 · answer #8 · answered by LoveToDance 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No table food,not too many dogie treats, and a 30 min or longer walk every day. You will benefit also.
2007-02-14 16:29:23 · answer #9 · answered by hirtzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that's one of the side effect of this procedure.get out and about more with your dog,it will be good for you too,health wise.enjoy your walks :)
2007-02-14 16:21:03 · answer #10 · answered by TOM 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋